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What are the best options for transferring money from Bangkok Bank to a US bank like Schwab?
55 comments
2 years ago
What are the advantages of Bangkok Bank over Krungsri for non-residents and long-term visa holders?
15 comments
2 years ago
What are the requirements for obtaining a residency certificate from immigration in Jomtien?
26 comments
2 years ago
What do I need to know to renew my retirement extension and get a reentry stamp in Jomtien?
10 comments
2 years ago
What are the advantages of upgrading to a resident bank account in Thailand from a non-resident account?
62 comments
2 years ago
What currency should I bring when traveling to Cambodia from Thailand?
27 comments
2 years ago
Are masks still required everywhere in Thailand, and how are people responding to these rules?
20 comments
3 years ago
What should I expect when applying for my first retirement extension in Thailand from Jomtien immigration?
13 comments
3 years ago
What should I know about getting a Covid extension and 90-day report with a Non-O visa in Thailand?
5 comments
3 years ago
What do I need for a COVID extension and 90-day reporting in Jomtien?
7 comments
3 years ago
What is the 90-day reporting requirement for visa holders in Thailand and what resets it?
5 comments
3 years ago
Where can I find the checkbox form for the 60-day COVID-19 extension application in Thailand?
3 comments
3 years ago
Do I need to sign copies of my passport and rental agreement when applying for a retirement extension on a Non-O visa in Thailand?
12 comments
3 years ago
What are the steps to update a residence address at Jomtien immigration and what documents are required?
0 comments
4 years ago
What documents do I need to bring to report my address at Jomtien immigration, and is it more crowded than Bangkok immigration?
13 comments
4 years ago
Can I apply for my retirement extension in Pattaya after obtaining a 90-day Non-O visa in Bangkok?
38 comments
4 years ago
What is the 15-day processing period for the non-O visa in Thailand and how do I apply for a retirement extension?
17 comments
4 years ago
What are the key documents and steps required for obtaining a visa extension at Thai immigration?
2 comments
4 years ago
How can I extend my visa exempt entry in Thailand, and what is the process like?
4 comments
4 years ago
Do we need an appointment to get a 30-day extension at MTT and how does it work?
7 comments
4 years ago
What documents and copies are needed for a 30-day extension at MTT in Thailand?
8 comments
4 years ago
What is the best day to visit MTT this week for a visa extension?
11 comments
4 years ago
How do I apply for a 30-day extension at the MTT Immigration Office in Bangkok?
36 comments
4 years ago
What are the current ATM withdrawal limits in Thailand, especially for expats?
19 comments
4 years ago
What are the current travel restrictions from Bangkok to Pattaya after quarantine in Thailand?
13 comments
4 years ago
What are the current travel restrictions for taking a bus from Bangkok to Pattaya?
20 comments
4 years ago
Which city is easier for expats to open a bank account on a visa exempt status, Bangkok or Pattaya?
18 comments
4 years ago
What should I know about onward flights, COVID insurance, and visa extensions when arriving in Thailand?
11 comments
4 years ago
What are the current rules regarding ASQ bookings and duration in Thailand?
17 comments
4 years ago
What are the requirements and best options for obtaining retirement visas in Thailand for US citizens currently in Malaysia?
53 comments
4 years ago
How can a USA passport holding couple convert their visa-free entry into a valid visa in Thailand?
28 comments
4 years ago
What should I do if my Thai e-visa verification link is not working?
22 comments
19 days ago

COMMENTS

What are the best options for transferring money from Bangkok Bank to a US bank like Schwab?
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@Keith ***********
 - understood, it's all a comparison thing. Just looking for my options.
2 years ago
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What are the best options for transferring money from Bangkok Bank to a US bank like Schwab?
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@Keith ***********
 - that's info that I finally received after pulling a few teeth. But at those rates, it's still cheaper to just wire from BB. I will have to check the comparison chart when the banks are actively reporting.
2 years ago
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What are the best options for transferring money from Bangkok Bank to a US bank like Schwab?
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@Keith ***********
 - I saw that, it looks bad for Dee.
2 years ago
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What are the best options for transferring money from Bangkok Bank to a US bank like Schwab?
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@Phil *****
 - so the only question is if the exchange rate is better with Dee with the 150 fee, or BB and the 1150 fee?
2 years ago
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What are the best options for transferring money from Bangkok Bank to a US bank like Schwab?
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@Phil *****
 - the 150b fee from Dee includes the conversion and transfer?
2 years ago
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What are the best options for transferring money from Bangkok Bank to a US bank like Schwab?
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@Phil *****
 - yes, I do understand other countries use their own currency. We are talking about a conversion here.
2 years ago
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What are the best options for transferring money from Bangkok Bank to a US bank like Schwab?
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@Phil *****
 - nope, I used to write checks, that's a form of transfer. 😉

I wired money to Thai bank a couple of years ago. Otherwise I just use cash from ATM.
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What are the best options for transferring money from Bangkok Bank to a US bank like Schwab?
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@Phil *****
 - Then Dee can send to USA, it seems to indicate a fee of 150b.
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What are the best options for transferring money from Bangkok Bank to a US bank like Schwab?
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@Phil *****
 - and that would have to still be in baht.
2 years ago
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What are the best options for transferring money from Bangkok Bank to a US bank like Schwab?
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@Phil *****
 - but we are getting somewhere now. I can install Dee and open an account. Then you say I can transfer directly from BB to Dee at no cost?
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370 comments
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33 comments
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Is it true that Thai passport holders will soon have visa exemption for entry to the UK and Australia?
105 comments
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7 comments
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